Complimentary to churches and community groups pinorittj ©Mortunitij Jleui^ VOLUME 3. NO. 10 2730 STEMMONS FRWY. STE. 1202 TOWER WEST, DALLAS, TEXAS 75207 OCT. 1994
The Texas Special Electio Publishers Profile Association take a of • The Races stand on the state's Senator Royce West • The Candidates Governors Race • The Issues From the Publisher In mm Thurman Jones Unsung Hero of the Month sheriff's or other law enforcement agen addition, residents of the Apartment cies for help. The company will desig Association of Greater Dallas collected .._.,.,..„„__^~ ...„__^ Southwestern nate more than 1,5(X) vehicles as Mcgruff loose coins at tlteir property office. trucks through out its service area. Thanks for Bell telephone For more information call Pam has nominated Quitty (214) 830-2661. your support Opral Nelson as the unsung If you tuned in to our August and hero of the September issues, you are well aware month because Communittf housing fund of Minority Opportunity News' recent of her dedica crusade to delay the proposed transfer tion to all eth Housing available for low-income of licenses from Summilt nic minority buyersComnxunity Housing Fund, a Communications, which currently Opral Nolson entrepreneur, non-profit organization formed to owns KJMZ/100.3 FM and getting the assist low*to-moderate income first- Introducing itie new program at Jose Navarro time home KHVN/Heaven 97 AM, to New York- information necessaty to do business PK-3 Elementary School are, from teft: Dallas buyers, ; • -- -——•'«—-^^•••--- —- based Granum Communications, Inc. with SWBT. Also, she will go the extra City Councitwomen barbara Mallory; Chrystal broke ^^ (GCI), After a direct appeal, the Federal miles to ensure that you get the oppor ShiGid, student; Mcgnjff iho Crime Dog; Sonny ground on J'^ "^ Communications Commission (FCC) tunity to be included in the pipeline Vasquez, student; Steve Bell, Dallas police olli- a new IV'' graciously honored our request to whenever the opportunity arrives. cer; and Dallas Police Chief Ben Click delay approval for the transfer. This NIBA and MON is proud to salute her home inthe^^r^.liidilJ?y?^f^ extension, or waiver period, recently as the Unsung Hero of the Month. For Red Bird r " ^Tn^\fi!;ff:h^It^*'-^ came to an end on September 25,1994. more information call Samni Students pennies helping area, local- . r^.,^^,..., As a measure of thanks, I would Aki nmulero a t (214) 350-9590 cd on At^TiV-fT^i^Pi like to take my hat off to those of you police Tcxridge. „V;"f;S who offered your support by taking the Lisa time to write and/or telephone your DART board nezus Davis, the new home-owner learned comments regarding this very impor of the program through Curtis Yates tant matter. I give special thanks to Jesse D.Oliver of Real Estate Status Quo and an arti Crest-Moore United Methodist Church; was unani cle he wrote for Minority Opportunity who, under the direction of Pastor mously elected News earlier this year. Sheron Patterson, voted as a church as the Board's For more information contact Mr. body to support us in our efforts. This vice-chair. Yatesat 702-0151. support was made evident by the mul Oliver, who titude of letters we received from the represents the Fifth graders from both Kramer and congregation. Since then, all letters City of Dallas, J.J. Rhoads Elementary schools ca^ated Local artists ivin cash have been forwarded to the FCC in care has been a decorative banks in support of the Dallas Blue Foundation's "Pennies prizes of Mr. David Blank, who has assured member of mo that we will get due consideration. Oliver Helping Police" special fundraising DART Board campaign last montlu Several local artist were selected as As noted in previous articles—dur since 1993. He The pennies campaign gives winners in the annual Southwest ing our review of JAMZ community is a shareholder/attorney for Lanncn Black Art Exhibition sponsored by the access files, we were concerned but a & Oliver, P.C. everyone a chance to contribute and will benefit injured Dallas Police Mobil Oil Foundation, Inc. and the little more disturbed, that no letters of Dallas. Museum of African American Life were contained reflecting the opinions BillyRatcliff,a Officers and their families. For one week in September, forty-five Dallas and Culture. of the "man off the street," who makes Dallas repre Tommy Lintz of Dallas won $700 up the station's listener base. Instead, a NationsBank locations placed special sentative since ly marked buckets in their lobbies dur for his Colored Pencil Drawing, John majority of the letters on file were writ 1993, was elect ten by directors of non-profit organiza ing regular blinking hours^ in order to ed assistant collect donated coins from citizens. In NEWS cent, on page 6 tions mairJy thanking station secretary. He "v»^ personalities for their participation in is president of various events. Considering that most Ratcliff other radio station files contain a repre Recycling Inc. sentative sampling of both positive and of Dallas negative feedback with regard to pro All Board officers serve a one year gramming content, we were astonished term. Board members receive $50 for that JAMZ files contained ho dissenting each board meeting. They receive no letters which protested the station's broadcast of profane or offensive lyrics. cmpensation for their participation in other community moetingb As I have stated previously, MON's position throughout this cru sade has not been one aimed against KjMZ/100.3, as we would take the TU electric introduces neiu same action in the same circum stances, involving any other local program radio station. Instead, we would like to see the station lake a more proac Tu Electric, along with area law tive approach toward issues affecting enforcement officials, recently intro our community such as teen violence, duced a nre children's safety program gang warfare and unemployment. called McGruff Truck. Children may Considering the fact that alxsut 60per- flag down TU Electric vehicles that have McGruff's picture on them, and THANKS Com. on page 6 employees will contact local police. c ^ggg^(^[m!m c i^^^i^tg^gc (»t^a;t^o r^^i^gr ^-.M,.^, rJ«.-aE.g,.a..»c^TT-aTr--TrrT-.^->^v«>ja- Ty^ 2 DearMON: one's character permanently."' - DearMON: munity "musically". Do not permit Now let me expound, if a 6 year KMJZ to continue to play such music. I was shocked and astonished by old listens to hard core rap and this Hard core rap music is destroying the your decision earlier this month to pub becomes part of his daily environment African American community and it Sincerely, lish an unsigned~and obviously fake— this is information that he is taking in, must be slopped. As a pastor I am wit Sheron C. Patterson, pastor letter purportedly written by some one then it is in fact a part of his sur nessing the victimization of young lives who writes for the Dallas Observer. roundings and a child is a product in my congregation and community It is clear that the text of the letter of his environment which brings us being negatively shaped by the lyrics of DearMON: was offensive and contemptible, as well to the conclusion that the rapper's this genre of music. as idiotic. No one could believe that it information is perceived as fact and Specifically, there are aggressive I'm glad that you're holding KJMZ'5 was anything but phony. Yet, for some a way of life. attitudes and lax moral values. The feet to the fire due to their lack of com reason, you chose to print it. In my opinion the media has to young women demonstrate low self- munity involvement. And playing Does your newspaper make a habit start taking responsibility for the infor eslecm by having babies, and the young songs with offensive lyrics. of publishing fake letters that defame mation tJiat is transmitted to its public. men exhibit a carelessness and lack of I beg to differ with Mary Sneed of people? Docs that not strike you as irre responsibility which is fueled in part by Summit*Dallas Broadcasting sponsible? In this case, the decision is Gary Ferguson drug and alcohol abuse. Violence, sex, Corporation. Her station still plays particularly puzzling. In^ telephone Dallas, Tx 75382 careless living and drugs and alcohol song with offensive lyrics. Case in conversation, your Publisher Thurman are the staple of hard care rap. point: rap group Salt & Fepa has a song Jones, explicitly told me that "no one at KJMZ plays hard core rap music entitled what a In it there is a line that the Minority Opportunity News DearMON: and therefore this station is contributing goes,' Even though most men arc hos'. believes anyone at the Observer would to the downward spiral in this commu If that not offensive I don't know what I am very concerned about the playing write such a letter." Thurman Jones later nity. Please help us clean up our com- LETTERS com. on page reaffirmed to one of our writers that he of hard core rap on our public airways. I am the parent of children ages 11,14 personally believes the letter is a fake. and 17 years and I know the impact So why was it published? It is hard that the message in music can relay to Marginal Credit? Bad Credit? No Credit? Bankruptcy? to imagine a better example of acting our kids, I live the experience daily. with what media lawyers call "malicc"— My two younger children arc at an Bad Things Happen to Good People! recklcss disregard for whether some impressionable age and my sons (ages Let Johnny Mack Help you re-establish your credit. thing you publish is true or false. It's the 14 and 17) are most taken by the music Don Herring made special arrangements with 12 different lenders to give sort of behavior that prompts lawsuits. and lyrics. You see he can't determine special credit considerations to good people with credit problems. It is easy for hateful people to try to reality from a profit making scheme he make others look bad. In printing this is trying to "be all that" and "all that" Name: ^„^ ' despicable piece of fiction, you have could cost him his life. We have battles Address:_ helped some imbecile do just that-to my daily on my trying to interpret and dis City: ] State .Zip:- entire staff. courage him from Yanting to live in Phone: You know beltcr--just as any that fast and quick money lane. FAX over for Instant Approval: 372-7877 one who reads the Dallas Observer I'm trying to instill in my children All Applications Accepted know better that "anything that's worth having is worth working hard for" and that a lot w:si Peter Elkind, Editor of those hard core rap artist just want to Dallas Observer gel the kids mind and money, to be ^- ~^\ able to exploit Ihem and get pid while WmJiBm^^SiMiTSUBiSHf "!• • % . doing it DearMON: ,3 Xij* WMS-^V^ /1'«; iX ikl Help us to save our kids by playing John L Mack something they can enjoy yel appreci Speclal.FinancIng Specialist Although I do enjoy listening to KJMZI ate or to encourage and relate to one 372-7875 or 372-7850 am very concerned about the message another. They are the future. that is being sent from the station when airing some rap music. Music that . stereotypes, degrades African Luvenia Polk Americans, disrespects women and pro Dallas, TX 75216 vides negative influences can imbrue ervice, Inc Circulation C iP w ALLra"."-4l 'ON Audited By portunlty N*wi Community Papers Verification Service !9 mm J1TTS If} \^ ii: miA m
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DALLAS HOUSTON Reporter Veronica W. Morgan Account Rep Stephanie Scott 2506 MLK Blvd. Suite 222 3730 Kirby Dr.. Suite 1225 Bus./Evems Editor Tai Jones Account Rep Andrea Allston (214) 426-0091 ai3) 831-6878 (214) 426-2861 Fax (713) 831-6884 Fax Sports Editor Dwain Price Production Assistant...Daniel Hubbard Director/Marketing Jim Bochum Volunteercommuniiy Pubiidsi...Charlotte Berry Columnist Thomas Muhammad Volunteer Community Publicist Rlla White "24 HOUR ACCESSIBILrrY" Writer Angela Ransome Jones Contributing Writer Dorothy Gentry n!nfit*rau*/($fTr-irirtOTn;vf^mv^^ c i^fBr^g^p (gy^t-3^> ^mm Leitera cont. from page 2 my concern with the Reported pre is possible. We deserve it !!! when all else fails, read the Instructions. sent programming philosophy. It We demand it!!! These are located in the precious Word, is. That go on to rap that because this has been reported that the present phi left to us by our Lord and Savior, Jesus man makes them feel good, that is good losophy of said station is to play what Respectfully yours Christ. THE HOLY BIBLE. in bed/ they want to have his baby. ever its listeners (young/teenage Attorney GLENN O. LEWIS Thank you for the opportunity to voice Nothing is said about commitment or African Americans) want to hear. Such REPRESENTATIVE - ELECT my opinion on this topic and I do pray heaven forbid marriage. a philosophy represents a callous and 95th DISTRICT that the Lord will soon see fit to put a This song is played several times dur indifferent disregard for the social TEXAS HOUSE of REPRESENTATIVES stop to the genocide of the youth of this ing the day. problems of crime, violence, substance country. In addition morning D.J. Alfrcdas por abuse, and teenage pregnancies which Hitler said It best when he stated that if trayed a fenule that is money grubbing, are threatening to destroy our commu DearMON: you can wipe out one generation of a argumentative, partyin', and oversexed. nities, I, along with many responsi nation, you can destroy the nation. That This characterization of Black women ble adults in my constituency, I would like to voice my opinion of the is what our culture is doing to our is counter-productive and detrimental consider this programming philoso music played on 1003 KJMZ. youth. to the African-American race. phy totally unacceptable. Their rationale that their "market", K2cp the pressure on KJMZ. Make As an attorney, I am poignantly aware i.e. young urban listeners, demanded Sincerely, them more accountable to the commu of how predous are the freedoms guar that the music continue is ridiculous. Carolyn Bcasley nity they're suppose to serve. anteed to us by the First Amendment to A public radio should be encourag A Concerned Parent & Christian our beloved Constitution. But, as a stu ing our young people to advance their dent of the law, I also recognize that minds above and beyond what the Sincerely there is not now, nor has there ever lyrics of the music Is suggesting. I have DearMON: Danny L Stiggers been any siich thing as an unlimited often listened to the station with my 15 Dallas, Texas right. All rights arc balanced by an year old son as well as my 23 year old Is either of your mothers, sisters or equally important legal duty to exercise son. Needless to say some of it Is too Pastors a "ho" (slang for whore), a bitch DearMON: those rights in a responsible manner. vulgar for a 23 year old, not to mention or a hoochy mama? A "NO" answer I wish to state very clearly that I thcl5 year old. would not surprise me, for like you, I I am extremely displeased that am categorically oppos«i to censorship My 15 year old has often tried to do not consider and nor do I refer to my or any other abridgement of our free KJMZ offers no better rationale for the switch from station to station (I call this mother, sister or Pastor as either of these dom of expression beyond that which music they broadcast than the demands musical radio) trying to avoid having things. However, in listening to radio of their market. When KJMZ tells us is necessary to preserve our social stations like KJMZ/KHVN here in structure. But our First Amendment me hear what is being played; his ratio that they play a song because lots of lis nale Is "we don't listen to the words, Dallas (Irving) you would think that all teners ask for it, we still have to ask the has never countenanced treasonous expressions, unlimited expressions in only the beat". This Is a lie, he can sing of the women in all of our lives are all of listeners why they want to hear it public schools, expressions which are every word that Is being plaj-ed. Also, I these things. The lyrics of many of the before we can get at the root of the false, expressions which incite to vio have nephews, ages 2 and 4 years; they hardcore 'gansta' rap songs played on problem. However, I am equally dis lence, untrue expressions, nor expres also -hear, learn and sing these same KJMZ glamorize the usage of words pleased with prudes who judge songs sions which are detrimental to the lyrics. Even though the younger chil such as these as well as violence against based on subject matter or the cxplicit- general welfare. Our Supreme Court dren may not be aware of what they are women in particular and everything ness or profanity of the language. has always been very careful about singing about, later they see videos and everyone else in general. Prudes do not help us to combat the where to araw the limits on our free which offer the full picture. I am the father of two young sons who evil in our lives: they only hide evil, dom of expression. Responsible citi Not only should the music be have the potential of being anything that making it harder to eliminate. Erasing zens and commercial entities which banned from radio, but TV stations such they set their sights on being (including. cusswords from a song diminishes the hold a public trust over our airwaves as the BOX should be discontinued also. Cod forbid, a rap star). I am not making intensity of the negative emotions must act responsibly in determining The BOX Is as bad as any skin flicks, and a wholesale condemnation of all rap expressed in the song, which makes the where these limits should be drawn. If is targeted to the younger generation. music, but I am taking a firm stand portrayal of the evil less vivid. The rap enougn citizens caiica m requesting it In my opinion it's a sad fact that most of against the hard core gansta rap that is "My Mind Is Playing Tricks On Me" by would you broadcast Ku Klux Klan the song writers (if you can call them presently wrecking havoc over our air the Geto Boyz needs every one of its Rallies ? This is an unacceptable that) of this generation can only relate to waves and in our communj ties by foster cusswords to fully express the night approach for those who hold such an sex, violence, and the idea of fun as ing disrespect for self and each other, mare that the protagonist is living important public trust. depicted in the songs they write. Our glamorizing violence and corrupting the through. Like a good tragedy, "My The present KJMZ programming children have lost any hope of a child minds of our youth. KJMZ has been one Mind Is Playing Tricks On Me" philosophy is irresponsible, destruc hood period. They go from the crib of the main conduits for this type of achieves catharsis with a vivid yet plau tive, and uncaring, I would hazard to straight to violence, sex, and abusive lan sewage being spilled in our communi sible fictional prcscn'lation of evil, and guess that the persons responsible for guage. It's not fair that they are missing ties, lam tired of it and absolutely for tlie ending even lets us laugh at the hor such a philosophy do not live in or the joys of being a child all for the sake of bid my sons from listening to it. ror of it all. Too bad KJMZ and KKDA among the filthy consequences that it the dollar. If It sells. It plays/shows. While I am by no means acting as a cen let the prudes mug it. helps to perpetuate; all in the name of Our society appears to have totally sor or a prude (in fact I personally like money. As a parent, attorney, and forgotten the things taught to us by our some rap music), I am asking you to Richard W. Burden elected official, I add my voice to those help us put a stop to the madness that is who call for a delay in the fransfer of a parents and grandparents. We are just as much to blame as the radio/TV sta found in this music genre and played license to broadcast from said station over the air waves. In your delibera until a more enlighted and socially tions. Instead of teaching them the val Dear MON: ues we were taught. I.e. morals, tions regarding the proposed assign responsible programming philoso ment of kjMZ/KHVN from summit - phy can be enunciated. We will no standards of the bible, etc., we have It has come to my attention that the Dallas Broadcasting Corp to GCI Texas II, above transfer of ownership is immi longer tolerate people doing busi bought into the lie of "children's rights". nent. Thus it seems to mean appropri ness in our community in any We have totally abandoned the truth, Inc., please take into account the fact that, ate time to voice my concerns unrestrained irresponsible man thus deleting iho Lord from theiryoung in addition to other causes, the rise in regarding the present programming ner which they may choose. lives. Somewhere along the way parents gang violence, lawlessness, drug usage, philosophy of said station. This sta Violence, Vulgarity, Pornography, have started to believe that the child Is lack of respect for life, property and oth tion presently targets the young lis and general human Depravity in control and not the parent. We worry ers is directly correlated to the rise in pop tening audience of the have always sold Commercially. about how the child will feel Instead of ularity of gansta rap music. Help us stop African-American community in the But no More; Not our children; what Is best for the child. Everything the perpetration of this madness and, Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. As a that they are desperately searching for reject this proposed assignment. newly elected political representative of Not our community! Certainly a this area {I am running unopposed for more laudable and yet profitable can be located in one place, the Word of the State Legislature in the Novemt>er approach to using our airwaves the Lord the Holy Bible. Very truly yours, Elections), I feel compelled to express We should let our children know that Jerry G Bradford C fflifTr^rtn',f.Yrf;t?ni.t7iR',K^f^?g. - itTgpt?.^'- (.TOwrr^rv rta'mr the Community's Pulse black and white women, recent conserv However, at some point and time all of because Ms. Richards refuses to lend ative legal immigrants and disgruntled us must ask ourselves what are the dif support to probably the only candidate Wipe Out black and white men. ferences between former Democratic who could have gotten out that badly Ms. Richards beat Mr. Williams by U.S. Senator Lloyd Bentsen and needed grassroots minority vote and 99,239 votes. She received 83 percent of Republican U.S. Senator Phil Gramm, that person is former Texas Attorney Let's toilet flush the the Mexican-American vote and 97 per Democratic Lt. Governor Bob Bullock and General Jim Mattox. Democratic Party cent from African Americans. Rep.Lt. Governor candidate Tex Lezar It is my opinion that Texas needs Ms. Richards also carried about 51 or Dem.U.S. Congressman Pete Geren and both party's represented in Washington 52 percent of the women voters in 1990, Recently the Republican U.S. Congressman Dick to be effective. In speaking to my cousin, including a large number of Republican Armey? Judge Morris Overstreet, who is the high Democratic leader women. Ironically, these are the same ship in Dallas, the How do you determine the differ est ranking African-American elected groups that George W. Bush is targeting official serving in the State of Texas and State of Texas and except for one category and yes you ences between Republican Senator Kay probably the only African-American the United States guessed it, African Americans. Bailey Hutchison and Democratic have spent more Senatorial candidate Richard Fisher? I since reconstruction to win a Texas It seems that Mr. Bush and his han statewide race. In fact, he has won t\ time, it seems, hy dlers have already conceded us to tne will say the same thing to you the reader ing to out that I have said to the Muslim communi (We found out we were cousins at our HKMnas Democratic Party. In other words, we last family reunion). Republican the belong to them! ty and that is, there is none! Of course Republicans. There we know the difference between Gov. Judge Overstreet said Jim Mattox— Muhammad Am I saying that we should join the after losing to Ms. Richards in 1990— ^^^^^^^^^^ is not a day or Republican Party? No, I'm not. What I Ann Richards and George W. Bush is week that goes by one of a son seeking revenge for his campaigned heavily for her. In addition, am saying is that we should continue the without us hearing father—remember the silver foot joke he campaigned heavily for Bob Krucger trend of becoming independent thinkers things coming from Demo's like: reducing Ms. Richards told about Former when the governor appointed him to and sup the age range of youth to be tried as adults, President replace Senator Bentsen. Mattox rallied his support even though he wanted the building more prisons, publitlv denounc port anyone George Bush at appointment. ing or avoiding Democratic President Bill who will On the Community's the Democratic Clinton, and trying to abolish welfare support our Convention? Recently, he has been campaigning without clear-cut solutions. causes. As an inde for Richard Fisher, after their runoff, so These days, people who have been Belie\ pendent again that shows his loyalty. loyal to the party such as African- ami me there thinker, I According to some polls, Mr. Fisher Mexican-Americans, blue collar are nation think Gov. was trailing Ms. Hutchison by 19 points European-Americans and oth alities and Richards has and most people polled said they did beginning to set their sites on an inde groups who done an out pendent party platform. not see any difference between the two are being standing job so why change. Which brings us back to Last month in Dallas' only daily, a led down as governor how this column began and that is, what poll was released and indicated the key that road of Commentary to this year's elections will be decided by and can do tighten the can the Democrats do differently than independent thinking individuals, even more. spending belt, family values, low And if it ain't broke don't fix it! Republicans? So far the only thing is meaning people who have left or do not they can unite on—"hankerchief-head" claim any party affiliation. crime rates etc. that the Republican However, before we give away the lxamining the 1990 Gubernatorial party has been pushing for the last store, African-Americans must remind Negroes and whites—is to denounce Dr. race between Ann Richards and C lavton 13 years. For instance, the Muslim Ms. Richards of the importance of our Khallid Muhammad and the Nation of Williams, we find that out of a registered community membership of all r votes and our issues. Like appointing Islam. What they should do is try and 7.7 million voters only 3.9 million went have become very active with the African-Americans to a number of draw some courage from Rev. Ben to the polls. T< t August *94, had Republican party because of these statewide appointments. And there is Chavis and Rev. Zan Wesley Holmes, Jr. 8.1 million voters on the rolls. Our new issues. However, as I have said to a one other issue that Mr. Richards needs So now that you know YOU have Secretary of State Ron Kirk tells us that number of them, white Democrats to resolve because until she does Texas the real power, go out and do the right he hopes to have 9 million registered in have been saying the same things. Democrats will never win the Bentsen thing. Oh by the way, before flushing time for the November elections. My problem is that there are too seat, FORGIVE JIM MATTOX. The reali the Democrats, use the Republican party A large number of these indepen many times in which these slogans are ty is that Texas has probably lost the to wipe with. dent non-voters this time around are aimed at the poor and disenfranchised. Democratic U.S. Senatorial seat forever Until then, the struggle continues...
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Minority Opportunity News • page 5 - October 1994 cent (60%)of JAMZ African-American Dallas Convention Center. . SSO,000 cash grant as part of the and historical materials. The grant listeners are unemployed, we feel that The 1994 Willow Award will also BankAmcrica Foundation's '94 will bo used to fund the museum's the station would provide more of an be presented. Persons interested in Community Economic Development Educational Plaza. effective vehicle in providing informa attending should RSVP by October 14. Initiative. Call Linda Walker oS tion on many job opportunities this For more iiiformation call 421-5^30. Tlio Bank established the Initiative Guaranty Federal Bank for more; city has to offer our young people. In in '93 to support community-based details, 360-1969. ' addition, we feel thai the station organizations that foster economic should lake a proactive approach in Workshop on empoxvering development and job creation in minor highlighting positive alternative to parents ity and low-income communities. CSA nominations ; violence, as well as educational and For more information call Mr. .career opportunities within our com A 13-wcck workshop course designed The 17th Annual A. Maceo Smith' to empower families who have lost Hicks at 444-6S00. munity. Community Service Awardsl children due to gun violence/acci To date wc have not received so Brunch is scheduled for October; much as a telephone call from KJMZ dents is scheduled to take place at the I Am Tlial I Am Training Center, 4937 African American 15th at the Dallas Grand Hotel' management, in response to our beginning at 10 a.m. efforts. Needless to say, this greatly Veterans Dr., on Monday, October 10 Museum receives funds from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The Award, named in memory disappoints me. Although our exten of community leader A. Maceo sion period has ended, our struggle is The first class is free, small dona Guaranty Federal Bank and the just beginning... tions will be accepted. For more infor Temple-Inland Foundation has Smith, is presented annually to a: For this reason we encourage you to mation aiU 372-6838, made a 560,000 grant to the citizen of Dallas who has givcn^ continue to send in your letters, all of African American Museum of Life distinguished volunteer service to; which will be forwarded to the FCC. SDDC receives Bank of and Culture located in Fair Park. the African-American community.- Through it all, we feel that our voices America grant The museum is the only one in The honoree is selected without; have been heard and that we were the southwestern U.S. devoted to regard to race. granted due process. Regardless of the The South Dallas Development the preservation and display of For more information call outcome, I assure you that MON will Corporation (SDDC) was awarded an African-American artistic, cultural JoAnn Brown at 565-9026 ext 308 • conhnuo to be vigilant, with your sup port, until the airwaves can be used in such a way to help our community move forth, not backward. Once again, I thank you for your prayers and support.
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'•^*~m»m*t^ Dallas, TX an unanimous vole \ to a third term as TONES \ . ^1 Dallas Department chair of the 15- L—A >m^.. vJ of Veterans Affairs member Board of Directors of the COMMUNICATIONS Medical Center is pleased to announce Dallas Area Rapid Transit. Ingle rep its selection of Ana M. Mello, M.D. as resents the cities of Farmers Branch, Bob Thomas Presldsnt/CEO Chief of the medical center's Nuclear Garland, Rowlett, was elected at a reg Medicine Service. A mcmeber of the ularly scheduled meeting of the @ n (g c is shut.down. We don't want it dollars." cery sto'-e owners are disrespecting to re-open under the present Brown believes it is the stereotypical them," Graham said. "But the fact that management," said Michael Bell, way thai some foreign store owners the sentiment is being expressed, it pastor of Greater Saint Stephen look at African-Americans that may needs looking into. Church in Fort Worth and a have gotten her brother killed. "Wo need to sit down and look at it major orgaiuzer of the pickets. "We are thinking it was a case of mis and prevent it from happening. As a "They have lost the trust of taken identity. You know how they general community I don't think, wc the community and acted in bad say we all look alike," she said. "I was should ignore these sentiments," faith. They abused and misused with him the week before (the shoot Graham said. "These are human rela their right to do business in the ing) and he never mentioned any tions thatare complex. Race is one community," Bell said. "We thing about being accused of issue but it is not the only issue." have administered the death penally shoplifting, Fori Worth City Councilman It's about 10 a.m on a Friday morning on this store." The sun is shining and there is a cool "He (Bivins) was pretty quiet and McKinley Jackson, who represents the breeze flowing through the air. Five The shooting has brought lo the pretty much lo himself. He would Stop Six area, agreed that dialogue people walk back and forth in front of forefront and the public eye, the give you the shirt off his back and he between the two groups is necessary. the Berry East Shopping Center, a often strained and tension-filled rela was always very giving," she said. "There is nothing wrong with tions between foreign store owners small strip of about seven Ft, Worth "For Ihcm lo say he was shoplifting, them coming into our community. Wc and their mostly African-American he has too many relatives if he needed shouldn't feel threatened by them and stores and businesses in the 5400 clientele-mainly because Noh is block of East Berry in south Ft. Worth. anything." they shouldn't feci threatened by us," Korean-American and Bivins was he said, "All foreign slorc owners arc One of them, 32-ycar-old Evelyn Sunny Graham, executive director of African-American. not bad, Brown, is wearing a large poster the Tarrant County Asian American board around her neck thai reads, The tensions, perceived disre Chamber of Commerce and publisher "It is just like everything else - "Lef s Stand Togelherl How much is a spect, generalizing, stereotyping and of the monthly Asian American the few bad ones make it bad for suspiciousness on both sides black life worth? If you do business in Herald, said the strained relationship everyone else," he said. "We need to between the foreign store merchants between the two groups needs to be meet with them and try lo set up our community - you must respect and their African-American clientele us!" explored. some rules, some do's and dont's (on has always been in existence. "I am not the spokesperson for how to treat their customers)." The five people are picketing one The foreign store owner, not being of the businesses, Jacob's Food Mart. Asian-Americans but most of them in addition to talks aimed at able to find a job in most companies lend lo isolate themselves. The assimi strengthening the lies and the lines of The owner, Zo-year-old Jason Noh due to language barriers, often opens shot and killed 42-year-old Darrcll lation takes a long time," she said. communication between the two com up a convenience store in an area "With Asian-Americans they lend to munities, a second idea to come from Bivins a week earlier, Bivins was where it is needed - mostly in a pre Brown's oldest brother. mind their own business," Bivins death is the possible ownership dominantly African-American com of Jacob's Food Mart turning to "I am here because it was my "I don't question that maybe munity long since abandoned by the some African-Americans feel that gro African American or a partnership brother and I want justice done," Kroger* s, Albertson's and Brown said of her daily presence on Minyard's of the world. the picket line. "Nothing could ever This may or may not bring up replace what he (Noh) has taken from jealousy and anger felt by me." African Americans that these Bivins was shot and killed in "foreigners" are taking money front of the store in the Stop Six neigh- that belongs to the communi borhood-by Noh who told police he ty. shot Bivins because the man was on But Bell contends the main his property after he told him to slay issue is respect and nothing away two weeks earlier, allegedly more. N. because of shoplifting. "This is no^ Asian-American Noh has since been charged with against African-American. It murder and is free on $50,000 bail. He is not jealousy or envy, those has been granted permission by state arc simplistic," Bell said. -/ V District Judge Joe Drago to leave the "There is a frustration and city after bullets were fired into store anger between the two groups which has been out of business since because they are coming into the shooting. our community, doing busi The store - still filled with mer ness but not respecting u s chandise and other food products - "We don't begrudge anybody closed for business after the presence making a living, but they of a group of Stop Six don't respect their clientele," a residentS'-began daily pickets in front he said. "They are feeding Sunny Graham, publisher of the monthly Asian-American Herald, of the store. their families and sending talks to members of her community "We want to make sure this store their kids to college on our r (MtKqiteCSftTwrftmrteRrcsxvg; c iTF_r.:t^ rtsc wcypftg-, nsp^ between an African-American and a doesn't believe the shooting was a foreigner. race issue, "we want to see our. African-American ownership of own lake care of our own." this particular store and others like • "I would not mind an African- CMOK it, would help keep African- American coming in and taking American dollars in its own com over (the store)." munity and create jobs for each Whether the store re-opens other as well as a sense of pride under African-American owner Get those profits and ownership. ship, a different foreign owner moving in the right The prospect of such an idea ship, or a combination of both, ever occurring created mixed reac everyone agrees that the issue of tions from both communities. respect between the store owners direction "I would highly encourage it and their clientele must be Contact Angela Ransome-Jones but that would be the day the race addressed. and let her show you how eco issue does not become the para "I have no qualms with any nomical It is to advertise in The mount issue," Graham said. "If one coming in and running this Andy Nguyen, Owner of Miller Food they could become partners, that is store except for the same individ on the 5600 block of Miller Avenue, Business Service Directory an indication that we can work uals. Anyone as long as they "1 Have good relations with 95% of together as human beings. respect the community/' our customers, but that last 5% are (214) 606-3269 Voice Mail "I know some Asian-Americans bad apples who have employed African- Americans (in their stores) to help , bridge the gap. But a partnership ... that would be wonderful if it could happen." Jackson, however, believes that the differences between the two groups are too vast to overcome. "It sounds like a good idea if it would materialize but our cultures are so diverse. I don't know ho that would happen," he said. Ron Alonzo, chairman of the cit/s Human Relations Commission and owner of Alonzo Funeral Home, called the possibility of such a merger, "an rrx interesting idea." . . "That is an interesting concept as far as a joint venture/' said Alonzo who is Hispanic. "It couldn't hurt. 1 could only see how both parties could benefit," But Bell believes a lack of money would prevent such a thing from occurring. "The question of African- Americans running the convenience . Iff' store has been asked over and over. It f •• (capital) is not happening," he said. - " r-^v •,•••* "How will you run a store without capital. We don't have it." The majority of African- ••wV Americans don't qualify for loans to start businesses. Bell said, adding that he isn't sure why that is so. "There is talk about churches Than Sorry pooling together; there is talk about that (African-Americans running the store) abounding in the community," Bell said. "But we don't have the TU Electric wants you to play it safe. • Check and replace brittle wires on appliances.. whcrewithall. It would work if the community got t»chind it." • Never place radios or hairdryers near the bathtub or sink. • Always turn off the elec John Booker, an African-American member of the Human Relations tricity before you start any project Involving electrical wires. • Stay away from downed Commission, echoed Bell's sentiments. "Wc don't really have any capital. power lines. • Always unplug appliances before you repair or service them. • If some Like they said, they (foreign store of your outlets or light switches don't work, you could have a serious problem. Call your owners) are not really getting rich there," he said. "I just don't see how electridan. • And make sure that your fire alarms are in working condition. • Play that could work. Wc can't get loans." Bivins' mother, 60-year-old Rudy by these safety rules and you should be home free. P^TUFLFCTRIC' Bell Brown, who traveled Building A Better Electn'c Company. Albuquerque, N.M. after learning of her son's death, said although she m{T(^n,-,i9irmTiia'mm(msiii c .^KRIB m^- cem^mrr m?Xii taught responsi bility, accountabil STEPHANIE'S COLLECTION Metroplex ity and encouraged to GEARS UP FOR A GRAND coBtestasat wins take a renewed interest in educa tion. RE-OPENING Warren is employed as a "Never before has there been this reception. The artists will sign their The winner of the Ms. Black U.S.A. much talent assembled in one place," prints and will display original art Melroplex contest held in San Telecommunications Software said Stephanie Ward, owner of work from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Antonio last month is a beautiful, Engineer in Richardson, Texas. In Stephanie's Collection on Greenville Sunday, October 16,1994, everyone is brainy, and enthusiastic young lady her spare lime, she enj'oys jogging, Avenue. The gallery is celebrating its invited to a Gospel Brunch and art from the heart of Dallas. reading, sacred dance and aerobics. fifth year in business by hosting a signing. The featured artists will sign Kim Warren, a The USA grand re-opening celebration in its now reproductions and discuss their art to Mctroplex diehard . Dallas .*A* 7,200 square foot store. Three national the sounds of contemporary gospel Cowboys fan who Pageant ly known artists will be brought to music. The brunch event lasts from currently reigns as ^>. Systems, Inc. is Dallas by the gallery for a reception 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Ms. Black Texas a non-profit ;:-!>>} V and signing October 14 -16,1994. "It is our goal this year to raise Mctroplex, walked organization $10,000 and we have high hopes for away with the covet Baltimore artist Larry Poncho formed that has this event," said Bernadetto Logan. ed national title and awarded over Brown, Cincinnati artist Gilbert "There are just so many families crown as well as the $300,000 in Young, and California artist Charles that need help, we want to do all distinct honor of scholarships to Bibbs will bring a collection of new traveling throughout pageant win releases and originals to Dallas. "This that we can to quail the tide of the needy," she reveals. Proceeds from the country to repre ners. would be the perfect opportunity for the sale of art during the three-day sent African- 6 Applications people to come out and get to know event will go to SOS Outreach a American women V -J are being more about art and the artists that everywhere. non-profit organization that raises accepted for the are making an impact on contem November state funds for woman and children in On a national porary history," said Ms. Ward. level, Warren v.. pageant, at that crisis. On Friday, October 14, 1994, the intends to strongly "--^.^ time Warren support childhood development will relinquish her state crown. gallery will host a VIP reception for Ms. Stephanie Ward says "Since programs. Her ambition is to own Also, young ladies ages 13 to 24 the artists. Art enthusiasts are invit we've moved we want to offer and operate several child develop years of age, are encouraged to ed to meet the artists and participate Dallas art lovers more of what ment centers and promote early compete in the upcoming Black in the gallery function. There is a they like. This is just a first in a education and excellence in the lives History Month Celebration. $10 donation for the reception that series of show we are planning of all children. She believes that For more information contact will last from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. through out the next year." For juvenile crimes can be reduced if the Hazel Dailcy or Roxanne F. Martin Saturday, October 15,1994, the pub more information on attending call young teens (particularly males) are at 458-4404. lic is invited to an open signing and (214)368-2024. MON CONGRATULATES Here^ Your Chance ..' POSTTRIBUNHS'ON IT'S 47lh ANNIVERSARY UNDERTHE GUIDANCE OF DR. THEODORE LEE, PUBLISHER AND STAFF. 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For fun he "loves high school "sponsored a comprehensive legisla When asked who was the most by Angela Washington-Blait tive package influential football games." He is the cheering designed to person in his parent at his children's football and increase He is Texas Stale Senator Royce life, Royce baseball games. Historically The most influential book he has West. In January 1993 he became Underutilized answered, read is the Bible, specifically the book another "first" by becoming the "first Businesses "Well, for African-American male elected to the (HUB'S) con of Proverbs, and according to his offi Texas Senate from North Central tract partici I sure my mom cial biography, Royce West is an active Texas (Dallas County) since recon pation." ^^^ ^:/\:- had a pro deacon of the Good Street Baptist struction." Now, after almost complet Education is ' found impact Church. The book he just finished was important to ing the two-year term of office. on my devel written by Cornel West. He is current Senator West is up for reelection in the West and is an important ''s opment. As ly reading Preparing for the turn of the .upcoming election. He is unopposed century/ by Paul Kennedy. in the race for District 23 which is part of his \ '''"" ^ did my Dallas County. legislative „___ Finally, when asked what he would agenda. He 'i , '" -- . grandfathers When hot in office serving the 140 Sponsored ^ *-, ; Samuel like to have people say about him in day session in Austin, he is a partner in legislation to ; ,., ; Morris and the future. Senator West responded the largest minority law firm in Dallas, provide thoughtfully, "for my sons and Robinson -West. The firm consists of scholarships i. . ' Willis West." 12 lawyers who practice real estate to needy stu- : ^ \ He was also daughter and wife, I would like them law, commercial, tax, criminal, family, dents and j ,- . ' \ encouraged to say that I was a good father and personal injury, and banking law. "sponsored 1 j by Robert friend, and a person who cared. I Royce West at the age of 42, has an anti-gang ; Thomas, a attained the outer accoutrements of violence leg- ».-——^—- Royce West would like my colleagues to say that I islativc pack DISD athletic power and prominence that would age." Finally, was a man of integrity and a man of dazzle many. He has won numerous in the area of health and safely and director, and Professor Williams from my word. From my constituents, I awards and served on many boards human services, Royce West "passed UTA (deceased) and Elwyn Lee a law would like them to say that 1 was an and committees. But he graciously legislation requiring the" Texas professor. sees himself as a servant. When asked Education Agency to provide "model effective state senator," by MON what his goals were in the Safe School Checklists" to all school Royce West is a family man, but position of State Senator, West districts in Texas. He was also success emphatically replied that his role is to ful in passing a law prohibiting the serve his constituents and to listen to public consumption or open containers them. He also stated that the legisla of alcohol within 600 feet of public or tive agenda needs to be set by the con private schools." He also cosponsored stituents. When he first attained that bills to make apartment complexes office two years ago, he stated thai safer. In addition he co-sponsored two "my primary Koal was to raise the vis ma~or bills that impact the delivery of ibility of the Senate office itself." Thai vital services such as vaccinations and is. Senator West also sees his role as an nutrition services. All of this informa tion is obtained from the senate report educational one. His office has a leach These are just but a few of the many ing component in that they try to bills Senator West has authored or co- inform constituents of what govern sponsored. They all represent his firm mental offices would handle what commitment to the aforementioned u o types of problems or issues. "They important issues of his constituents. To need to understand the difference in further that commitment. West aeated the jurisdiction of the offices. For five advisory committees that cover !n a recent study of the 10 example, if someone calls my office to the areas of health, education, crinunal largest-spending state agencies, say that the grass is too high, we refer justice, economic development, and Comptroller John Sharp's office scored that person to the City offices. We pro human services. Committee members vide information and referral services poll the community and keep West highest In the percentage of expenditures and track that referral," explained apprised of issues and opinions. made to minority-owned and women- West On a personal note. Senator Royce West was bom in 1952 in Annapolis, owned businesses. And we plan He has also had countless town hall Maryland, From the time he was in the meetings to listen to the concerns of 6th grade to the present, he has be a to stay ahead of the pack! the constituents. The prevailing issues Dallas resident. He lived in the Frazier 150LRCE. Gerffil Sonets CwrjniKicf.l that West strives to impact while in Court housing protects and attended Austin are crime, economic develop Phyllis Wheatley and Pearl C. ment, education, school safety, insur Anderson. He graduated from Wilmer ance and health care reform. He has Hutchins High School. West is a grad indeed impacted these areas. He has introduced many bills during the leg uate of the University of Texas at Democrof for ^ .1 State Comptroller islative sessions and has co-sponsored Arlington with a Bachelor's and many others. "He was instrumental in Master's Dc-ree in Sociology. Ho the passage of Texas' first Hale Crimes served as Student Body President dur ing those college years. He has a Law legislation as well as passing legisla Pel. ajv. pd, rof Dy Texans for John Sharp. tion to create a new offense for reck Degree from the University of m^nx*i)H^^firx:'Ui*mi^Jii(^fL -^^ it^c^^ • "^--^T Gerald Alley, president of Con-Real Construction was right on the spot with experience, expertise and resources to build Bank of America's Lancaster-Kiest branch in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas. Con-Real is one of the fastest growing construction companies in Texas. " This project was extremely rewarding for us. It gave us the opportunity to change the landscape of our community for years to come." Gerald Alley Bank of America is proud to be doing business with Con-Real Construction ,and other minority- ^— owned businesses. 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Inwood at Lemmon Ave. 358-8800 1 (800) 856-3673 WERE YOUR TOP DOTTOM UNE DEALER et your From the Editorial Board of the Texas Publishers Association, the largest Black newspaper organization in the state Well, it's that political season again. the year, many of us have the tendency that our forefathers underwent for the has shown the insensitivity, finger Once more political leaders, both local to only look at what political leaders right to vote. With these considera pointing, bail and switch tactics that and national, will boldly step forward say as they are preparing their cam tions in mind, how in the world can made Republicanism a four letter word to either tell us of the wonderful things paign speeches. The need for quality we even consider not voting? Whether in the African American community. they have done or what indispensible leadership by our elected officials is - it is a local school board election or an As owner of the Texas Rangers things they will do if elected. This sea not a seasonal phenomenon. Rather, election for the presidency of the Baseball club, Mr, Bush, as you may son also gives the African American we must have the most sensitive, United Stales, the level of registered remember, was embroiled in what community one more opportunity to responsive and hard working public and participating voters from the many would call a scandal. The build examine its priorities and how they representatives thoughout the year. African American community is ing of his ball club's $175 million facil best could become a reality. Unfortunately, we are convinced that abysmal. Ironically any pollster will ity—^The Ballpark in As we're bombarded with the tele many members of our community tell you that, should the African Arlington—entailed almost complete vision commercials and radio adver only examine their politicians at elec American community rally around ly shutting out minority contractors. tisements for the political campaigns, tion time and, as a result, will make and support a particular cause or can What was even more outrageous than there arc at least two major strategic voting decisions based on this didate, our vote does make a the less than 5% participation by efforts that become obvious. First, the very limited perspective. difference in a major way. minority contractors was the fact that incumbent candidates will readily For the Republican Many of the accomplish most of the monies for the project review their list of accomplishments point of view, we have ments pursued by were public funds (which means that, and contributions to the various con George W. Bush, the Governor Richards essentially, a large chunk of money stituencies. Likewise, those individuals son of our former are directly related derived from African Americans' who are seeking office will always President who also to her understand income was used to line the pmckels of attempt to highlight inadequacies or seeks the office of ing that African non-minority contractors). problems of the current administration. Governor of the State Americans sup If Mr. Bush handles, or by exten The upcoming gubernatorial elec of Texas. Most of the ported her election sion, lets his business affairs be han tion between Governor Ann Richards, issues addressed in a few years back. dled in such a manner, what does that a Democrat, and Republican George his campaign focus on The darker . say about how he will approach W, Bush is textbook material for why increased crime and side to this is if we African American concerns if elected? we need to go to the polls. educational opportuni don't back a candi By contrast. Governor Richards has a We, (he publishers of the TPA, ties in the slate of Texas. date, not only are verifiable track record in the African recently received a well positioned He has also spent consider important issues to our American community. She has stum press release that highlights the accom able time highlighting trumped community ignored but the bled some during her administration, plishments of Governor Richards with up deficiencies in the Richards' admin elected official—representing the but African Americans have played in the African American community. istration—suggesting that there is a interests that got him there—can pivotal roles under her auspice. It's She listed among her achievements the need for change with the help of his undercut or sabotage progress already clear she didn't forget who helped get following: leadership. Governor Richards rebuffs made. Remember Ronald Reagan? her in office... will Mr. Bush? • Hired more African Americans to these accusations and points to the lack African Americans did not support his UUimalely, any election boils serve in the Governor's Office than any of any substantive political involve election and—in a classic turnabout— down to a matter of choice. Few deci previous Governor in the states history. ment by Mr. Bush as being the primary he did not support the African sions are as critical in determining our • Apppinlcd more African Americans reason whv we should not lake his American community after he was future as who we select for these posi to stale boards and commissions than campaign and commentary seriously. elected. The image of the Cadillac-dri tions. The TPA urges each of you to any other Governor in Texas history. In the midst of these different ving, contcnl-to-siphon-the-money-oul- give serious consideration to what is • Signed into law the Martin Luther viewpoints African Americans must of-your-tax-dollars "Welfare Queen" being said and who is saying it as you King, Jr., Holiday Bin. decide which way to vote. The impli was propagated by the Reagan admin formulate your own perspectives on • Signed into law several pieces of leg cations of this are actually twofold. istration to push a privileged agenda. who you will support this Fall. As for islation relating to the increased uti First, will we make the commitment to Now on a state level we are faced the TPA, it is important that we remem lization of minority and woman vole at all? And secondly, who will we with someone who comes from the ber that "actions speak louder than owned businesses by state agencies. vote for? For all too many of us, we same good ol' boy familiarities, ready words." And in this sense, a demonstra The list these accomplishments is actually believe that the first question to—as some conservative Texans tive history of performance and support quite impressive. is a real alternative. The mere fact that say—"Take back Texas." This might to the African American community is While we believe that we should this question even gains any consider seem a harsh parallel to draw consid far more significant than a potential of hold our political leaders accountable ation rests in a total ignorance of the ering Mr. Bush is a babe in the political significant future commitments. for what they say and do throughout tremendous sacrifice and hardship spotlight. Unfortunately, he already Whaf re your thoughts? Early voting for the November 8, 1994 General Election Ewty voting In p*rsM «lly qualifM voter miy vota ea. ry M any on* ot th* tw«nty-two (22) locailona littad Iwlow BIglbIa volar* can call tho Eladtona dopartmant at S53-7102 lor on appllcaiion for an aarty ballot or aand a lattar wrih Iha Foiiowins infornvtlon: ' ^achmati th«npcullG Cntr 27S0 Bach man Dallas, Tl DitoaviriTImM CarTDllion City Hall iMSJackaon Carrol It on, Tx OcWbm If. 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October 28 Bobby Jones will be in Proceeds or the Minority OpportunityNews The public is invited to the Dallas to nost the event at the nt are ear third annual economic confer Naomi Bruton Main Theatre, 2730 Stentmons Fnoy Dallas Black marked for stu Chamber of ence held on Friday, Oct. 28 650 Griffin. The Texas Youth dents pursuing 1202 Tower West Commerce from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Explosion is being presented undergraduate the John G. Mahler Student in conjunction with St. decrees at Paul Dallas, TX 75207 announces their 68th Annual Center of Dallas Baptist Phillip's School. Call (214) Quinn College (214) 905-0949 FAX University. The event is spon 744-8022 for more details and Jarvis Banquet slated for »»» Friday, Oct. 21 at sored by The Federal Reserve Christian College. the Dallas Convention Center. Bank of Dallas and the uni UTA presents "Visions: A free dinner will be versity. Adventures in Historical Michael Rogers, director of served to the players, non- October 15 the Minority Business For more information call i^raphy" beginning Thurs. players must pay $25. For Artists interested in applying Development Agency, is the Kathy Boone 333-5244. October 6 in the Architecture information on sponsorship & to the Mosaics series oy Oct. guest speaker. Bldg, 601 Nedderman Dr. registration call (214) 574- 15th should send 10-15 This year's therm The Metroplex Red Ribbon Call metro (817) 273-2581. 8078 or 263-7674. labelled slides, a resume, an "Investing in Ourselves." For Campaign Coalition is host »»* artist statement, and a SASE more information on The United Negro College Dallas Hispanic Chamber of to Mosaics Committee, D-Art ing a Recognition Luncheon Fund holds its 15th Souvenir Program ads and Commerce and UT Austin Visual Art Center, 2917 Swiss ticket costs call Melody for adults & youth whose Anniversary Fund-Raising announce the 2nd Avenue, Dallas, 75204. efforts in the community have Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 6 Jackson (214) 421-5200. Community Minority For more information call made a difference in the area at the Loews Anatole Business Advancement 821-2522. Hotel. Former President Program slated for Tuesdays of alcohol and drug preven George Bush will be the & Thursdays beginning Oct. October 22 tion. guest speaker 11 through Nov. 22 at the October 20 The event is sched Dallas Theater Center opens The Joy of meeting seminar, For more information call T.J. Rusk Middle School. The this half day meeting teaches uled for Friday, October (214) 699-5985. cost is $100. its '94-'95 season with "Room Service" a play about a penni one how to conduct produc 28. For more information For more information call tive , enjoyful and meaningful call 670-6301. (214)521-6007. less theatrical producer and October 10 t his methods tor obtaining meetings. Call for more infor Recovering from a lost child money for his lavish produc mation and to reserve a spot, "Let the healing begin" . October 13 tion. space is limited, call Jim October 30, 1979 Bawcum at Monday October 10, 1994 Shakespeare's play, "Much The play opens Thurs. 7pm - 9pm at the I AM THAT Ado About Nothing" will be Oct. 20 through November 13. Birmingham, Alabama I AM TRAINING CENTER, presented at the University of For more information call October 25 4937 Veterans Drive at E. Texas at Arlington on Thurs., (214) 522-TIXX. 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It's easy to apply fortius money -saving program. at the above telephone numbei ou qualify, Minority Opportunity News • page 27 • October 1994 Roshands Setts Roshunda Holman Trokena MtCray Franklin Ariel Williomi UNCOLN HIGH SCHOOL JUSTIN P. KIMBALL HIGH SCHOOL JAMES MADISON HIGH SCHOOL FRANKUN D. ROOSEVELT H. S. Nolionol Honor Soc^e^/, Siuderl Council, Hono( Roll, <,E E. Club. AJ!,ed Youth. Who's Who, National Honor Soc;efy, Girls Inc. of Dallas Senior Class Treasurer, Mu AlpSo Theki, D'Fy'll Drjg A-wo'eness Program, Vori.iy Baicbol!, hzt Baf^d, .<^ Future Teochefs o( Americo, Posi^ve Po'enh ATeom, Perfed School Anendonce, f I irt I Lincoln Alricon Dance Efisembte. Who's Who, JROTC. Kiziis Rene« Brooks Frank C Garrett Kimberl/ L Fovort L G. PINKSTON HIGH SCHOOL A. MACEO SMITH HIGH SCHOOL DAVID W. CARTER HIGH SCHOOL 95 out of 93, Honor Classes, Mo stOuislonding l#od er sh I p, Nc'ionol Honor Society, Youih Woiter, CW( Diicctor. NJROIC, SophoffiDre/Junior Closl PresiiJenl, irliland Volunteer, DT'II Teom, Youth Church Cho^r, S^jdent Council. 9576 G.PA Senior C'ajs President. Vo'iity Voileyball. Vofs.ty Eas'e'ba; „ SGCa©Ds]i?sGaDpl7> because I was get make that conversion, and he's getting ting beat on pass better and better at it. ing plays/' That progress started last season when Woodson said. ""In Woodson earned a starling berth in Woodlsom college I was cover training camp and finished second on ing tight ends and the team In tackles _ four behind team- backs like they leader Ken Norton _ with 155. The full power package weren't anything. The 6-1,215-pounder has been with Here, I was facing the Cowboys for two years, and in both by Dwain Price guys like Michael Irvin in practice, so it seasons the Cowboys have walked away took me awhile to make the transition as Super Bowl champions, Irving-Darren Woodson is the nicest from Arizona State to the Dallas ""I'm just real lucly to be with the Cowboys. What's happening and most cordial member of the Dallas Cowboys and to play with a to our society? Cowboys. That is, until he dons his foot ""But the main thing is great bunch of players/' Last month they ball gear. the Cowboys were patient Woodson said. '"'We have played t high school Then, it's no more Mr. Nice Guy, with me. TTiey gave me a the talent to do it again, football game in Now in his third season with the chance to show my talents, we've got the coaching staff Cowboys, Woodson has developed into and they showed mo how to do it, and we've got a lot of Beaumont _ on a one of the bright young strong safeties in to compete at different lev confidence in ourselves. Friday afternoon between Galveston the National Football League. He has the els, and that gave me a ""If s go to be a long road. speed to play the pass, combined with chance to be a belter player. But if we stay together and we Price Ball and Beaumont the quickness to play the run. Once, I got the hang of stay healthy, we'll be in con Central. There were ""You're talking about one of the better things and started compet tention at the end of the year." no band members in athletes that I've been around," Cowboys ing a lot better, then I ;' The Cowboys will stay in attendance, no fans and no cheerlead comerback Larry Brown said. ""He can became a belter player." ^contention as long as ers. And they weren't invited, either. run, he can jump, he can hit, he can nuke Woodson led all Cowboys Woodson keeps playing at The only folks there were media calls, and he's a thinker. He's a great ath in tackles after the first two his current Pro Bowl level. members, school officials, the two lete and I think he'll be in the league a games this season with 20. Darren Woodson ""Darren Woodson wrill teams involved, and a plethora ol long time." He also had his first career hit you/' middle linebacker regular season interception that stymied police and ^curity. Thanks to sus A linebacker/rover at Arizona State, a Houston Oilers drive and helped Dallas Robert Jones said. '"'Thaf s the thing the pected gang members, what shoulc Woodson at first had some difficulties clipped the Qlers, 20-17. coaches like about him and Ihaf s the have been another in a string of Texas making the transition to strong safety in '"'Darren has done a great job since thing the players like about him. high school football games wa; the pros. Players were faster than what he's come here in a situation where he ""He has a linebacker's mentality. reduced to something that was a; he was accustomed to, plus he didn't started out as a linebacker in college/' He comes up, he makes plays, and he's eerie as any Steven Speilberg movie. know how to"walch film to dissect what Cowboys defensive backfield coach aggressive." The Ball-Central game was moved the offense was trying to do. Dave Campo said. ""We had to make a And he's not a nice guy. At least not to the afternoon because the previous ""When I got here it was frustrating decision on whether or not he could on the field. night a Ball freshman football player his celebrity status has director of public relations Kevin was shot in the back by an unknown on kids in general. Sullivan said. ""That's a lot of dough. assailant as he was watching a junior ""It's a great thing to ""We've had (Mark) Arguirre donate varsity game between Central and be able to help them get shoes to youth programs, Ludous Harris Ball. Hearing the news, and the a new basketball floor bought 25 tickets a month last year to unusual events that followed, made and to give the kids a selected games for underprivileged kids, me shudder. place to go/' Kidd said. and a lot of guys do good things." When I worked as a sportswriler in ""Growing up I always But Kidd, a 21-year old wet-behind- Beaumont, I walked those same had a gym to go to, so the-ears rookie, tops the list of stands on numerous occasions. There this is a great way to Mavericks who has put his money into were times when I didn't want to be give back to my new action. He also plan to do something there, especially knowing*that when community Dallas/' similiar in East Oakland (Calif.), where ever a group of teenagers are in one by Dwain Price It's also an excellent ho grew up. place, it seems as though trouble is way for Kidd to show that he's not In addition, Kidd plans to buy a just around the comer. Jason Kidd, the exuberant rookie . such a bad kid block of 25 season Teenagers today are much different point guard for the Dallas after all. His tickets and award than the ones I grew up with. Today, Mavericks, has already made a image had been them to underprivi a lot of them are nothing but a bunch (financial) statement in Dallas' tarnished a bit leged kids, and to of short-tempered, gun-to ting, dope- African-American community. earlier this year in kids who improve smoking, talking-back-to-their-eldcrs When he signed his $54-plus million the wake of a their grades and fools. (If this doesn't describe you, contract last month, Kidd let it be paternity suit, attendance. then you should be applauded). known that he was donaling"$46,100 and a run-in with The gratitude is As I became older, and somewhat so the West Dallas Community the law when he rubbing off. Jamal wiser, I've realized that one of the Church could pay for a new floor to flipped the family Mashburn also most unsafe place to go is to a high be built in their gym. This will also vehicle over and plans to purchase school sporting event. Security, for serve as one of the sights for the ran from the 30 season tickets the most part, is lax. Mavericks' Midnight Basketball scene before this year and give The next time you go to a high school sporting event, take a look League, which was a success in its police arrived. them to the Special around and file away what you see inaugural season last year. But all is now Olympics. Kidd plans to serve as the hon forgotten, especial in terms of security. It is a most The Mavericks, uncomfortable feeling. orary commissioner for the league. ly since Kidd went who open training In an era when people keep criticiz that extra mile and Jason Kidd In Beaumont, the suspected gunman camp Oct. 7 on the is a gang member. A group of people ing black athletes for not giving some helped out a campus of SMU, believes Kidd will who have threathcned to take over thing back to their community, this church he never heard of until nx:cntly. be as effective as a basketball play was a pleasant gesture by a kid who ""That's probably the most substan er as he is at bringing some smiles many facets of this world. didn't even grow up in the Dallas tial act like that that any Mavericks to the faces of some people who Imagine if what happened in community, but realizes what impact player has ever done/' Mavericks are less fortunate than he. Price cont. on page 30 i^ !^g5'^gratTvrfWm'fa/i>ia?Pi r. ircram^c ^grifefer. J^gRH ] the goal is to raise $10,000. The funds will TSLC pa go toward purchasing l]i)i)4]. computers, diskettes, and other training nuterial or equipment the center will [p=^°¥[K] K] the ir©sid need. Currently, Adult Saturday November 5 at Fair Park Basic Education classes Benefits Jeffries Street Learning Center, to register call are taught Mondays through Fridays from 10 HOOP-A-THON HOTLINE By Veronica W. Morgan a.m. to 2 p.m. The classes include instruction toward GED preparation (214) 360-2858 The main objective Linda Walker and entrance into a junior college. Players Names, Ages, Heights, and Weights: \ envisioned when she founded the Upon enrolling in the program, one- Jeffries Street Learning Center back in on-ono testing is done to determine Name of Captain:, Phone: 1986 was to open a place where adults what's the actual level of literacy per could come and receive basic training Street Please send dieck payable to JSLC or shidenl. money order lo: to enhance their basic literacy skills, After school tutoring and home Cily: _St2le:_ .Zip:. and children could receive after- Hoop-A-Thcn work assistance is available for ele JT-Shirt: S M Xt. XXL Regislration/JSLC school tutoring. mentary age children on up to the P.O. Box 15182 Eight years later. Walker's vision eighth grade. "We need volunteers for Dallas, Texas 75315 remains intact but her future plans for both programs but mostly the after jTeams must be registered In advance Team Fee must Accompany enl^ Form the non-profit center includes hiring school program, to read stories and' sponsored by Fiesta Foods and DFW Health and Fitness Magazine more staff and making the center help out with the children," says is not for recognition but because he available for conununity events. Such Coficld. The classes and services pro Statistics Report from the center. an endeavor requires finances to help Area churches, organizations and believes it is important for the young vided are free. The center operates children to have as much positive offset operating cost and pay employ solely on donations. various groups have donated trees, shrubbery, and other items needed for influence as possible. ee salaries. Other upcoming events includes a landscaping. Walker says everyone "The landscaping will be complet This year's Hoop-a-Thon, a three- voters registration drive to be held on has worked hard. ed in two or three weeks, and I believe on-three basketball tournament, Saturday, October 8 at the center. it's important for the children to sec scheduled for Saturday, November 5, Several political candidates are expect Walker says she feels especial something that looks pristine, that is at Fair Park is expected to bring in a ed to appear, including Ron Kirk. ly grateful for the special efforts pristine and a place that will make made by Jerry Killingsworth, the hefty sum but still not enough to meet The Open House celebration is them feel safe," he said. director of Community the needs. According Jo Thurman scheduled for Thursday, October 13 For information on sponsorships Jones, chairman of the event and pub from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dallas Police Development for Bank One. call (214) 360-2858. For volunteer infor lisher of Minority Opportunity News, Chief Ben Click will read his Crime Killingsworth says his motivation mation call 426-1834. Price com. from page 29 But the local men's southern team took the honors." Beaumont is played out on the many TSie SOTULI team held the spotlight This year represents many fields (of dreams) where high school foot and ran away with the firsts for tb.e local men's team, ball is playc4 on a weekly basis. Imagine <« If I game, making the final whose ages range from early 20s the fear and terror your son _ MY SON _ ^tairvivors score 21-3 against a into the 50s. Plans are in the would have lo endure if faced with such tough Rochester, New works to hold the '95 games in stupidity on a regular basis. York team named the Dallas area—meaning the "Pace." first time ever to be played in the Guns, and the cowardly people who By Vergnica W. Morgan Said Dallas Survival Coach south. use them in an asinine manner, may be Jerry Pea: "This marks the first the one weapon that brings high Move over Dallas Cowboys and Approximately 100 teams are time in the history of the USSSA school athletics to its knees. As testa make room for the new metroplex expected to participate in this big tournament, that a team has won ment to what happened in Beuamont, 2nd World Title holders—"Dallas event tentatively set for the sec two consecutive championships. we all have become a slave to guns. Survival." ond week in September of '95. "And this is the first time a Those who carry them, realize the The Survival's are an African- The USSSA is a co-ed league incredible power they have. American Softball team who established in Unfortunately, they're abusing that has played together for slightly 1980 and cur power while scaring the living day rently has lights out of a lot of kids who turn to more than ten years, but before •i -that, the team was known as about 7,000 sports to help shape their lives, and ^ •IVM^: teams. The fans who use it as a diversion from the Western Barbecue players— organization life's many problems. a small community focused .'^. celebrated its Those who commit crimes like the Softball league that desired to K -^ -.X ten-year one in Beaumont _ one that makes an get into the big leagues. anniversary- entire community feel like they're Last month, their dreams ,.^\ V this year. being held hostage _ should be locked were realized when they were Sponsorships up with the key buried at the bottom honored at the Black American are available of the nearest ocean. World Tournament by the and encour I feel empathy for the players, coach United States Slow Pitch aged. For more es, parents, fans, band members, and Softball Association (USSSA), information school administrators from Central after having won the '94 tour contact Jerry and Ball who had to endure what must nament held in Detroit, Pea at (214) have been a horrible nightmare. Some Michigan. Kneeling: Kenny Green, Ed Thomas, Jeremiah Price, Danny 951-7902 ext. of those people I know personally. Twenty seven states were Carter, Jerry Pea, Freddie Simpson, Paul Williams 2019 or Kenny What happened in Beaumont is a sad represented and 56 teams par Standing: Kevin Turner, Danny Wright, Tony Madden, Ray Butler, Green at commentary about our society, and ticipated in this years' event. James Devault, Wan Dennis, Thomas Brown, PAinuel Kay Jr. (214) 780-1174. certainly nothirig to cheer about. 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MEMBER FDIC Equal Opportunity Lender Medicare and Most Health Plans Excepted mnr^fefflrvyTPriirmfeftr^P. . f^m^m c gr^^ tm?i icy, because guideline that are unrelated to coverage. Today the term gener SENATOR WE81 their houses risk. For more information you ally refers to more subtle under were too old. may write OPIC 333 Guadalupe, writing practices that target Charles Suite 3-120, Austin, TX 78701, particular areas, usually those HOLDS PUBLIC Worth, (512)322-4143. with high numbers of low Government "The realization of a hearing of income, older citizens and/or HEARING ON Relations this kind in Dallas is extremely minority residents, particular Director for important to Dallas and the entire groups, and older communities State Farms State of Texas," Senator West .whose homes have less value. INSURANCE Insurance told says. "It is imperative that the "'Redlining' is not solely a racial the audience that Dallas County community realize issue. It is not a black or white story by Char Washington his company is currently studying that they are entitled to afford issue," adds West. "It is not a various locations in the Fair Park able insurance coverage. young or old issue. It is not a me area. They intend to build a claim Outrageous pricing, exclusionary or you issue. It is a people issue. Your insurance company may service center, which will combine use of insurance guidelines, or It is an economic nightmare. be hurting your pocketbook, the claim handling function with any other practice utilized to 'Redlining' effects everyone. It because they could be practicing an agent's office location. In sin deny coverage can result in the encompasses and impacts the "redlining". Last week Senator cerity he added that he hopes that economical s.tagnation and ulti entire rainbow that we call Roycc West and Commissioner of other agencies will enter into the mate devastation of a community humanity." Insurance, J. Robert Hunter held a area as well. that is trying to revitalize itself. For the past months, the Dallas Public Hearings at the Mr. Donald Hicks, Dallas City "I must commend Commissioner Texas Department of Insurance D.l.S.D. Administration Building. Councilman doesn't feel that any Hunter for his efforts in trying to collected availability information Dallas citizens were invited to lis thing was find ways based on zip codes from various ten and share their experiencos- resolved to make Texas insurance companies. A with insurance companies within during the insurance report of the findings was their communities. meeting. available to released in a press conference Senator West feels that redlin He Texans and held in Austin on August 29, ing is a big issue that all Tcxans explained, the insur exactly one month to the day of are facing. The term "redlining" "This is ance indus- the Dallas hearing. This infor came about from a practice of preliminary try mation will be a part of the pre drawing red lines on a map in hearing and p accountable sentation by TDI and OPIC order to identify neighborhoods or they are F*-. —Cr to Texans," representatives. The public is larger geographical areas. In most trying to ; _ //A»»«l he states. "I encouraged to bring to the hear cases banks and insurance compa determine Senators, Rodney Ellis (Houston) and encourage ing documentation on their spe nies would not do business in what per Royco West (Dallas) business cific problems- Texas those designated areas. However, sonal expe and con Department of Insurance case while insurance companies claim riences of discriminatory practices sumer groups, members of the specialists will be on hand to that this does not happen, insur in insurance." Mr. Hicks says general public and representa assist the public with their con ance underwriting has the same there will be more hearings like tives of the insurance industry to cerns. In addition, Spanish effect by cutting off access to this one. testify and help us find solutions speaking interpreters will be financial products in certain areas. During the session, many peo to these problems." present at the hearing. Charles Yakcr of Dallas told ple shared their stories of how the Commissioner Hunter has stated For more information, Senator West and the rest of the insurance companies had treated in the past that he "wants to find please contact La Juana Barton panel that he is currently a mem them. Insurance companies like out more about tho problems at (214) 467-0123. ber of A.A.R.P. However, he told State Farm, tried to identify minor plaguing insurance in listeners that in his neighborhood problems and assure listeners that order to determine they had received a lot of hail. they are working on a solution. whether the cause is Yaker said that he only filed one The Office Of Public Insurance an insidious form of Think you can't claim on his insurance since 1987 Counsel suggests that consumers discrimination called for hail damage on his vehicle. Mr. be educated about this problem so 'redlining'." The Yaker said that he was refused that they can understand what original term 'redlin own your from a certain insurance company, choices are available in other ing' comes from the because of his zip code. areas. Some choices may have old practice of com own home? Several other citizens went up been unfairly limited, and what pany officials using a to the microphone to talk about remedies exist to correct these red pen on a map to Think again.' their experiences. 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J very little down payment of 30-50 percent than dissipating limited SDDC ¥JMAT YOU NEED time for real estate and equipment assets, creating short term jobs involved. financing loans, respectively. provided by a business likely to SDDC works SDDC requires a uniform down fail, and marring an individual's TO KNOW ABOUT with ' appli payment of 10 percent in its four credit history, SDDC must decline cants to loan programs for all uses. some applicants. When this hap refine their Collateral pens, we attempt to provide them SDDC'S LOAN business While we will secure our some positive guidance; e.g., refer plan; and in loans with available collateral, ence to business training, etc. some cases, our main focus is cash flow; Further, if an applicant feels they provides i.e., the ability to repay the have been provided poor service by third party debt. Frequently, we subordi SDDC staff or not given a fair evalu SDDC looks at nate our interest in available many of the technical assistance to help in prepa ation of their loan application, they ration. SDDC also works closely collateral to a financing institu may appeal these issues to the same issues that tion to increase the money ' a non-bank or with other agencies that provide SDDC president and/or SDDC help; e.g.. Bill J. Priest Institute, available to a client. Board of Directors, as is evidenced bank lender Management Capacity would review DFW Minority Center, etc. In other by the following policy excerpted prior to a lend- words, we take more time with the While we prefer demonstrated from page 15 from our Access to Ken Lowe management capacity up front, we ^^^^^^^^^ ing decision; applicant to get to "yes". Capital and Services brochure. will work with the client and pro e.g., quality of Earnings History/Cash Flow "If your loan application is not vide technical assistance after the business plan, Projections approved and you feel that SDDC's If an applicant carmot show that loan is made. This "survival techni service has not been satisfactory or earnings history and cash flow pro cal assistance" is absolutely essential jections, the percentage of down the debt will be paid back, they will the merits of your application fairly not receive a loan. SDDC can take to achieve a lugher business success evaluated, you may appeal SDDC's payment, collateral, management rate. We closely monitor loans and pressure off of cash flow for debt ser process or findings to SDDC's capacity, credit history, requested try to provide help as needed. loan amount, etc. vice requirements through lower President and subsequently to Credit History SDDC's Board Chairman." With each of these factors, SDDC has interest rates, interest payments only the flexibility that enables it to do for up to two years, longer terms of While we prefer a clean credit In conclusion, we try to get to financing, etc. The net impact of history, we have assisted clients financing that conventional institu yes as often as possible. However, these options is to move weak, coming out of bar^ruptcy, clients tions have rejected. For example: we must balance that objective with Business Plan unfundable business deals into the with IRS repayment agreements, high risk but "doable" category. and others with a bad debt history prudent lending practices so that Typically, the business plan Down Payment if they have a reasonable explana loans are repaid enabling additional receives immediate support or rejec Typically, banks would require a tion as to why the debts were not businesses to receive funds. tion by financial institutions with paid* Other institutions shun clients SDDC's Telephone #214-428-7332 with this type of credit history. Size of Loan The Joy of Meeting Typically, banks will not consider loans of $25,000 or less or even Seminar $50,000 or less in some instances. We'd Like To Discuss We have made loans as low as $700 and have an SBA program This half-day management seminar aimed at loans of $25,000 or less. teaches one hozu to A Little Business We have made almost 50 loans in this program averaging $15,000 • Conduct productive enjoj/ful per loan. We are able to do this meetings because we receive grants and • How to more effectively corporate donations to underwrite our administrative costs. participate in business Our small business specialists can give you expert advice As a strategy issue, we have tend meetings and the financial resources to help your company grow. ed to focus on clients where there is a reasonable chance of pay back, Who should attend: if you are an After all, your business may be small now. and where SDDC dollars can be officer, a member of the following leveraged with bank dollars. The But it doesn't have to stay that way. orginazation - professional, com . reason for this is two-fold. First, if the dollars are paid back, they can munity church, fraternity organi Ask us about our SBA loan program. be recycled to other loan clients. zation, businesslmunicipal This increases the impact of boards SDDC'S loan program. Second, if the dollars are leveraged, you In one-half day you will learn increase the amount of funds available from other sources and basic rmnagement & manage begin to build a banking relation ment techniques ship with the client which enables for more information call: them to move into the "main VV 'ltei?i stream" of business financing. ]im Bochuman C Clients are not universally ready 669-0810 or 905-0944 for funding, therefore, difficult choices must be made. Rather Space is limited, Reserve your Member FDIC Comerica Bank-Texas Equal Opponunity Lender space now! . _ p/Qno/l^:ijJ you can charge your annual subscription THE CITY OF PLANO IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS/RESUMES "'^M*! 12 issues for $25 FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: Credit Card #_ Expiration Date_ PLANNER Sala/y Flange; $2,715 to $5,719 Closing Date: OPEN Name Will research, analyze and report on mailers related lo zoning and development request, comprehensive Address planning and demographics, recommend actions on zoning cases, development proposals and reports, City, State _2ip Code_ corrections 10 resolve problems with zoning and development proposals. Will also monitor devetopmeni trends and recommend possible changes of codes, ordinances and polidss, organize and oversee the design ot Signature departmental publications re'ialing to area of responsibility. Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, or related field, Master's Degree in Urban Planning preferred and a minimum of two years experience Urban PIanning(Experience requirement waived with Masters Degree in Urban Planning), Texas Class C drivers license. HOURS will include some evening meetings. PLANNING TECHI^ICIAN Salary flange: $2,164 to #3,033 Closing Date: OPEN Will process development applications and plans, research information foe public hearing notices, and provide • technical and graphics support to the Development Services Department Requires a minimum of 30 semester hours of college level coursework in Urban Planning. Landscape Architecture, or related field, and a minimum of one year of ejtperience in Urban Planning. (Experience requirement waived with Bachelor's Degree in Urban The City of Garland. Texas, is seeking individuals to handle a variety of Planning or a related field). Texas Class C driver's license. duties in our Municipal Court. Will collect fines, court cost, special NEIGHBORHOOO SERVICES SPECIALIST expense fees, cash and escrow bonds as specified by state statue and Salary Range: $2,164 to $3,033 Closing Date: OPEN or/judgement. High school graduate or GED with one year of Will inspect residential property for compliance with dty environmental zoning ordinances and codes, educating citizenry on requirements for development on Neighborhood HomeOwner Associations and long term experience in a court environment or related field. Individuals must stabilization of residential neighborhoods. Bachelors' degree in Public Administration. Social Science, have good oral and written communications skills and a willingness to Architectural Design. Government or related field, plus two years demonstrated experience in effective implementation of community programs, building, health and inspections. Comparable experience will be take on challenging and diversified assignments considered in lieu of actual experience. Bilingual skill a'plus*. Texas Class C drivers license. May include evenings and Saturday hours. Starting salary $8.33 per hour. Benefits include retirement, vacation, IF INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE POSITIONS, APPLY BETWEEN B;MA.M, AND 5;00P.M. MONDAY THRU FRIDAY TO sickleave, and health benefits. Apply in person or call for an application HUMAN RESOURCES-'PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT at 214-205-2475 1520 AVE K PC BOX B60358-0358 (NO RESUMES ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COfWRLETED APPLICATION) PLANO. TX 75068-0358 . CITY OF GARLAND FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (214) 573-7115 PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT FOR OTHER JOBS AVAILABLE CALL OUR 24 HOUR CAREER INFORMATION LINES: PROFESSIONAU/CLERICAL-(214)578-71l6. LABOR'WAINTENANCE-(214)578-7117 203 N. Fifth Street • AA/ADA'EOE Garland. TX 75040 Equal Opportunity Employer Jobs, growth, economic opportunity.,. tij Comcrica Bank-Texas a great way to define Texas agriculture. The strength of Texas and Texas agriculture stems from the diversity of the land and its people. We want to develop the Join Dallas' Newest Expansion Team most innovative products and techniques to propel agricul. ture into the 21st century, and wc need your talents to help Texas get there. Comerica Bank-Texas is a dynamic, fast-growing force in Texas' financial industry. As one of the 10 largest banks in the state with Rick Perry Texas Agriculture Commissioner assets of more than $3 billion, we have 50 branches in the Dallas/Fort Worth IVIetroplex, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio. We continue to expand our branch network and are seeking qualified EmplojTnent Purchasing Financing applicants who share our core values of integrity, customer service, TDA is committed to hir TDA actively recruita T^xas Agricultural teamwork, flexibility and taistworthiness. ing the bcBt pcreoR Tor the Historically Underutilized finance Authority job because that means BUC- Businesses (I lUB) through guaranties loans made cesB for TexBi agriculture the General Service Com through local banks to busi- and the people of this etate. mission's HUB Certification nessea that create or retain Comerica is committed to extending career opportunities to the TDA is proud orit^ diverse Program in order to increase jobs through innovative, residents of the communities we serve. We operate a 24;hour job workforce and is fully com the number of vendors eligi diversified or value added mitted to equal employment ble to conduct business with production, processing, mar hotline, which lists all full-time and part-time positions currently opportunity. The percentaEe the state. The department keting and exporting T^xas of minority employees at purchases a wide variety of agricultural products. TAFA available. Please call {214)828-8810for a listing of positions in the TDA exceeda the percentafie goods and services, including creates opportunities, and of minorities statewide. We but not limited to: olTice. we encourage women and Dallas area. wont our work force to be as computer and laboratory minorities to take advan diverse as the jobs we supplies; temporary, pager tage of the opportunities in provide — JnHpcctora, mar and janitorial services; ofljce today's agriculture. We reward our employees with a competitive compensation and keting specialists, attorneys, furniture. financial analysts, chemists, benefits package and promote an alcohol and drug-free work environmental quality Bpe- environment. Comerica Bank-Texas is an equal opportunity employer cialisls, and does not, discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, race, sex. color, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran For more information, contact status. Ttxas Department of Agriculture P. O. Box 12847 Member FDIC Austin. Texas 78711 (512)463-7476 For the hearing impaired: Relay Tfcxas 1-800-735-2988 (voice) or 1-800-735-29S9 (TDD) To advertise in CAREERS WITH Employinent Opportunities Career Opportunity call: GUARANTY FEDERAL Call our 24-Hour Ms. Allston (214) 606-3912, ^ BANK Job Line Ms.Angela (214) 606-7351 or (214)590-3484 We are Guaranty Federal Bank, Equal Opportunity Employer Ms. Scott (817) 530-0457 metro F.S.B. one of the largest financial institutions in Texas. Owned by Texas-based Temple-Inland., CERTIFIED Guaranty operates more than TEACHERS 120 banking centers in 70 cities, NEEDED Beneficial servicing approximately $6.7 Manager In Training Billion in deposits TO FILL 1994-95 VACANCIES AND FOR THE Challenging, rewarding career available. HUNDREDS OF CLERICAL PROJECTED VACANCIES FOR THE 1995-06 Join this fast track opportunity through POSITIONS AVAILABLE SCHOOt YEAR IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: our Manager in Training Program. Our career opportunities include •Bilingual/ESL; Genera) ElemenTaty (K-6); Special Bachelor's degre&prefen'ed. Minimum . a wide variety of positions in al! • 7am-4pm shift Educaiion (K-12); Mathemmaiics; Composite 2 years credit related manager •4pm-12am shift phases of retail banking and real • on bus line Sdenca; Reading; Spanish; Librarians and Speech experience or 3 years managerial therapist estate lending. C^rrt?'ton/No:l|i Pai'a^ Afoq •ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIRED experience in a customer oriented field. . •7am-3pfn shift Must be willing to relocate. Assist in the • 3pm-llpmshitt Salaries: management of operations and For a listing of positions currently • 1lpm-7am shift Teachers: $25,000 to $43,962 personnel and represent the Company •not on bus line Bilingual Stipend : $1,500 available, call our 24 hour job Come inlerview on Saturday October 8, or Career Ladder; $ 1,500 - $3,000 to the community, customers, and Salurday, October 22nd. Door prizes will be given, (Transferable) service staff. line (214) 360-2750. Dresscasualand bo ready to have funll Noappt. (Attractive benefits program. Ouafity staff necessary for Saturday. Of Call 869-4211, to make development & advanced study program) Beneficial Management appt. ^Jonday-Friday Call Mrs Willie Crowder, Recruiting Specialist at Corporation of America GUARANTY FEDERAL BANK Start Immediately! • 1-800-443-6181 for an application Of to schedule an 4099 McEwen, Suite. 650 interview F.S.B. Oireaions • 909 E. Las Colinas Q^d. Suita 105. Irving Dallas, TX 75244 S333 DOUGLAS AVENUE from Hwy 114. Bxi) O'Connor Qlvd. You will be in Laa Cdlege applicants, pJease contact you placement office (214)661-9495 CoSrtas. Go Nonh on O'Connor go tnrough the lirst light at Las CoI>nas Blvd. Continue on O'Conner about two blocks. EQUAL OPPORTUNfTY EMPLOYER Mf/H DALLAS, TEXAS 75225 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MF/CW Qo^gnonh. Turn right on eaM Las ColinasBNd. We are the ONLV buil<}ing on itiis ilieet. Ttie building is called Ihe SMOKE FREE AND DRUG FREE ENVIRO^!E^IT Computef Assocates Tower, Park inihe visitor's parking FAX: (214) 360-4894 area >n the garage wa are in suiie 105. SEEKING A NEW CAREER? TEACHING IS IN A CLASS Sn GUARANTY, irstWord BY ITSELF! do FEDERAL GAMC'u StJffhg Scrvicci Are you a college graduate who may or may not have a teaching certificate and would like to pursue a career in education through a teacher training program? If so, the Dallas Public Schools' ALTERNATIVE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM IS FOR YOU! - PROGRAM REQUIREMErn'S FOR ALL POSfTlONS: @0Dgr«9 wasP iMtaitf ®aii) 0te (BsnMttfitO*^ Four-ysai :o"e55 dsgrss Iro~, an eccreiitai univeraV 2.5 ff.'srallgraua point aveiage en a 4.0 system. Submission ol ccmpleled application forrrj'all requesled items. The Dallas Park arKj Recreation Department EUGIBLE PARTICPAWTS MUST HAVE A GENUINE DESIRE TO WORK MAINTENANCE MECHANIC WITH YOUNG ADULTaCHILDREN IN ONEOF THE FOUOWIHG AREAS: Gainesville State School is is looking for creative people like you 1. Special EducaiiQn[PrG K-12), Bilingual Education (Pre K-6], accepting applications for a to participate in its General Elementary Educat!on{Pri K-6] Maintenance Mechanic. This 24 semeslet hours in a continalion of courses. 3 in each ol tt^ loDowing: CONTRACT FEE and English, rraih. sccial studies, natural science, and the lemaining 12 position is responsible for semi hours in a corbinaticn of Bie above araas. Bilingual appficants must MINORITY INSTRUCTOR PROGRAM. rea-1, speak, wrila Enslish and Spanish fluently, skilled to advanced skill 2. English as a Second Language (Pre K-12) maintenance and building 13 semestethftiis in English [Shouts must be upper division). Whether you leach aerobics, computer literacy, 3. Secondary Ha^etnalics (7-12) construction trades. Maintains . languages, karate, sewing, arts, cralts or 24 sen-.ester hours in math (12 hours must be upper division). and repairs buildings, utility performing arts, we invite you to share your 4. Secondary Reading (7-12} • knowledge with the thousands of youth, adults and 12 serr.esler hours in English (6 hours must be composition), systems, stationary equipment, 5. Composili Science (7-12) automotive equipment and caring seniors who enroll in leisure and enrichment 43 semester hotiis in a cort^bination of science courses which must programs at our 41 recreation centers. include biology, zoology, cbemistiy. geclogy, and physics/physical sci for grounds. On call and subject ence, *ilh 24 hours in one o! the above areas (12 hours must be upper to w^ork overtime. Minimum Being an instructor is good for the community. diviacn], A mlnaium of 6 semester hours should be completed in each Arvd it makes good business sense, too. Once of the renaining areas. requirements include completion 6. Ule/Eartfi Science (7-8) of the eighth grade with some your contract is approved, you'll keep a 24 semesl^ hours in lifa'earth science. Ufa sciencemay include biology, experience in building percentage of your course enrollment fees. zoology, and botany. Eartfi science must include geology/earth sdence and may include worV in oceanography, melsorology or as'joncffly. maintenance and repair. We welcome the participation not only of Hours must incl'jda but are not limited lo six hours in each area (i.e., We Prefer Automotive Mechanic individuals but also minority- and women-owned or earth science] with a minLTium of si» hours c(i?per cKticn coifses. Certifications 7. Secondary History {7-12) businesses. 24 sematef hours r fislC7 or scdal studfB (12 hours rnusl be upper (iisio^ Salary $1261-1516/month 8. Secondary Engfrsh (7-12} Superior benefits. Apply at the Because this is a year-round program, instructors 24 sanesler hoiis in EngSsh (12 hous mtEl be upper (iision), Gainesville School or send are needed now! FOR AN APPLICATION, PLEASE CALL: <214) 302 • 2433 • leave name/address for application packeL resume to Applications are available at a City of Dallas Human Resources Department APPLICATION DEADLINE! Febnarj 24,1995,4:30 p.Bi. recreation center nearest you or by calling the (Tuto oTicul Iranscripb nJkiling ill (uunewHli nwtl accompany xpplkalion) 4701 E. FM678 Dallas Park and Recreation Department IF SELECTED, VOU Ml;St BE AVAILABLE TO BEGIN Gainesville. Texas 76240 at (214) 670-4100. Miy 31,1995.8:00 Lm. E.O.E. Minorities encouraged to apply DALLAS PUBLIC SCHOOLS FQUALOPPtlRTliMTY EMPLOYER M/FTH REQUEST FOR INTERACTIVE/EXHIBIT COORDINATOR YSLILIH BID PROPOSALS: BANKEONE TERM POSITION/PROJECT RELATED Estimated Two Years Responsibla for all interactivss, audiovisuals, and Full-time lobby, 1 Year BANK ONE. TEXAS, NA maintenance; Duties include design, development installation and maintenance of interactive exhibits. teller experience Supports Set up and operate equipment as assigned required. If qualified Central Plant Chillers Upgrade. Project No. Knowledge of basic carpentry and electrical 1 -2726, at the Power Plant at Texas AS M techniques; lighting technology; Experience in call personnel at University, College Station, Texas. MiNORny oppoRTUNmr NEWS media production techniques; be familar wiQi audio- RECEIPT OF BIDS; Sealed Proposals will visual equipment, computers and related be received by the Texas AiM University (214)631-4500 technologies. •- System, second floor. Facilities Planning and For Job Information Construction Building, University Drive and Can Job Line Please send resumd and letter of Interest to: Asbury Street, College Station, Texas (214)290-3637 Alten: Ralph Hutto 77843, until 2:00 p.m.. Tuesday. October 18, P.O. Box 150349, Dallas, Texas, 75315 Equal OpportunRy Employer 1994, E.nd then publidy opened aid read aloud. SCOPE OF WORK: The work of this Contract comprises the general construction for the installation of an owner furnished 4 MW steam turbine generator and four owner furnished 1.500-ton absorption chillers at the Power Plant at Texas ASM University in College Station, Texas. All work will bo' awarded under a single prime contract INFORMATION AND BIDDING DOCUMENTS: Obtain from Lockwood. ^ KJcufflrncDrE ^ Andrews & Newman. Inc., 1500 City West Blvd., Houston, Texas 77042. telephone (713) 266-6900. General Contractors - 2 sets: Major Subcontractors - 1 sot; plan deposit $100.00 per set Deposit returned if documents are returned in good condition within three weeks after bid opening; • otfierwise, no refund will be made. Checks The Texas Lottery Is Serious About to be made payable to "The Texas ASM University System." PRE-BID CONFERENCE: A Pro-bid Conference will Expanding Its Vendor Partner List. beheidat 10:00a.m. on October 4,1994. ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY * EMPLOYMENT Vf'e need your help. The Lottery is demo reel which demonstrates OPPORTUNITIES currently searching for historically your capabilities and past experience and a description of the equipment Library Page underutilized businesses with expe Partime Position; locate library rience in the following areas: available in your studio. Prices must materials; shelving books; $4.25/hr; be competitive. work 20 hours a week >'ini:o .v:\'n .4.t;i>io Receptlonlst/Clerk Video and audio companies who • Shooting film for television spots. Duties include light typing, filing and can dub from either l'; Beta, D2, Submit directors' demo reels on receive public in Public Works DATorrecl-to-reel masters. 3/4" cassette format which shows Department; Full time position; Experience with large quantities television spots previously shot. benefits. Starting range $6.72 - and quick turnarounds necessary. Prices must be competitive. $7.12/hr Please submit a detailed company Engineering/Planning technician history and a descriptive equipment rieaic respond in writing to; Yvctt Calvan Nava or Provides administrative support to list, prices must be competitive. Lorctta Hawkins Director of Public Works for Minority Development coordinating public works projects; Ml'MIC l*Uf»lftCC*llO.V. Coordinators assists in development of design Composers and arrangers who have Texas Lottcry-GBP and construction contracts; experience in television and rJdio RO Box 16630 provides computer support for music production. Please submit a Austin,TX 78761-6630. . department, knowledge of computer mapping and sun/eying. Bachelor degree with two years experience in related field. Starting Range - $9.734-22,133 annually Apply at 1040 W. Pleasant Run, Suite 160, Lancaster, Tex., Personnel Department EOE(MFD) -lEXflS-- LDIIEflV t^i"' DALLAS DALLAS WWUM AmHwrrY INVITATION TO BIDS INVITATION TO BIDS The Housing Authority of the City of Dallas, Texas (DHA) will The Housing Authority of the City of Dallas, Texas (DHA) will receive receive bids for the painting and tiling of interiors of seven bids for the Street and Drainage Improvement at Turner Courts Tex-8, until 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday. October 19, 1994. at DHA's Central buildings as the apartments therein become vacant. Vacancy Office, Development and Planning Department, 3939 N. Hampton Rd., rates at each of the seven apartment buildings normally run-from Suite 350. Dallas, Texas 75212, at which time and place all bids will be two to four apartments per month. Interested parties may submit publicly opened and read aloud, A Pre-BId Conference shall be held bids until 11:00 A.M.. on October 3, 1994 at 2075 West on Wednesday, October 5, 1994 at 10:00 a.m. at DHA's Central Commerce Street, Building #200, Dallas, Texas 75208, at which Office, Suite 350. Bid documents, including Plans and Specifications, time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. may be acquired at DHA's Central Office, Development and Planning Bid documents including Plans and Specifications, may be Department, 3939 N. Hampton Rd. Suite 350, Dallas, Texas 75212 A Non-refundable fee of $25 Is required for each set of acquired at 2075 West Commerce Street, Building 100, Dallas documents Texas, 75208 The DHA reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to waive The DHA reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to any Informalities In the bidding BmshzeBQ-he rmee IDhreeUmy ResumiSs Apartments Opportunitros If you need a professional Get those profits Join the • Resume • Cover Letter Omnitritlon Opportunity • Business Plan - Proposal or moving in tlie right • Manuscript ^..written, with an excellent and call: direction ethical company ruled (214) 644-1846 Contact Angela Ransome-Jones "not a pyramid scheme" for a FREE Consultation and let her show you how by the 1221 Abrams Road #137 economical It Is to advertise In Richardson, Texas 75081-5880 The Business Sen/Ice Directory U.S. Federal Court (214) 606-3269 Voice Mail Start a Home-Based Business of Romance Nutritional and Personal Care Product Lines Barbers 214-867-4806 Meet new and Interesting Two Bedroom^ ril Show You How" people In your area, enjoy live one on one late night Reeves, Jessie F. (314) 374-9341 Omnitrltion f\/larketing Associate conversations without the expensive 900 numbers. For full details send LSASE to Polk Village J Minority Business Barber Shop Opportunity Nine culturally diverse, dynamic women NIGHTOWLS •B'/M"]''!?; 1153 W.Camp wisdom (3 Black, 3 White, 3 Hispanic) degreed, DaII»,Texa] 75232 professionally employed, attractive, 1651 Blue Meadow ri^|jV; financially secure hosting catered party Dept. 894 ,^J^y: to meet 9 interesting single/divorced Dallas, Texas 75217 .!>). Child Care men, 40+. degreed, emotionally/financially secured, with ALPHABET LANE ACADEMY sense of humor and passion. To spend 261-4899 a delightful evening, send Stop Smoking creative response to M.B., P.O. Box 2211 SOUTH BOWEN RD. 94153, Piano, Texas 75094. Include ARLINGTON, TX 76013 day and evening phone. If chosen you'll KICK THE HABIT High Quality Child Care - have a terrrfic experience) ^Attorneys & Learning Center • Structured education Curriculum Party Suppllos | A naturopathic breakthrough • Multicullure CuirioJum that provides the most Law Offices of • Fun & Stimulating Activities HOPKINS-LASTER • Operating Hrs 650am - 630pm revolutionary approach for • School Uniform Dress Code those who desire to stop & ASSOCIATES • Fun Summer Program •Adoption • Child Support Co1l«ctlon/D«t»ns» • Christian Environment smoking. • Professional Trained Staff > Custody ' Divorc* • Einploymanl Discrimination • Low Teacher/Child Ratio 3354-A Gns Thomasaon UA, 0311(214)414-1336 • Par»onal Injury • Parents Always Welcome PIONEER PKWV. At Caaa View 314-321-1426 For Free Samples Dorothea E. Party Supplies for All Ocassions Hopkins-Laster N Balloon Stuffing •Holium Hentals Banners -Candles -Pinatas Oreetlng Cards B.S.. J.D^ LLM PIONEER PKWY. 2512MahonSL WP HAVt ^VERYTMmC Dallas. TX7S201 18 Mos - Pre-Kindergarlon (214)969-9331 YOU fjV^X> FOR HAttOWFtKt CLASSES ARE LIMITED Ask About Our ; •- Alphabet Lane Academy "Just Party" Service I ^ „ ^° „ Not Board C«r1lfi*d by Iho Privately Owned & Operated ' • Helium Balloons Taxas Board of Legal Spaciallzatlon Member TLCCA & NAAEYC All Brand Cigarettes $1.62! for $ 3.50 SIZE21/2V.1I23.BH. SIZE 2 1/4 V.« 2 M H. VOU CAN NOVJ CHARGE YOUR BUSINESS SlZE2 3'4V.ii2a8H. SIZEti SIZEC SIZE A One Time Rate One Time Rate SERVICE "AD" One Time Rate - $64.95 $59.95 • $54.95 V/SA Three Time Rate - $60 Tliree Time Rata Three Time Rate Contact Mrs. Jones • 214-606-7351 Artwork-12.50 $55 $50 Artwork-12,50 Artwork -12.50 Credit Card Number. Date of Expiration, DEADLINE 25TH THIS MONTH! Name Ad Address _City/State_ Info. Zip Code__ ;_ Phone Number Signature Circle Appropriate one Mail or Fax your ad to: Ad Size: Size A Size B Size C Run How Many Times, Angela Jones c/o MON • 2730 Stemmons Fwry • 1202 Tower West • Dallas, Enclosed Logo: Yes-No Enclosed Business Card Yes - No Texas 75207 • FAX (214) 906-0949 ••y^-'^'"^—^'- '^ '•*\. 7 have fought hard to 7nakesm'e that\ the govenmzent of Texas] \refleets the rich divey^sity I "^ X. oj ihts state. \ 'The children of\ Texas should ybe aUle io\ ^looh at our . .;• •!•• •' r fovenwient. ...ABOUT THE •^ .-^••'. - . • • / midhnotv] '-•-:"•• ""•. '^^r-- • -, y ;'• ?. ^ APRIGAN-AMERICAN \ -^ • -'' \ aspire to the\ COMMUNITY > . f', •'•- •••*•• "''•^c * • • - f ' ^^ hisfjest posts \ Time after time, Ann Richards tas demonstrat V in the state/^ \ ed her commitment to the African-American community in Texas. Her record speaks for - itself . . • Ann Richards believes that everyone should have a seat at the table when decisions are . "'>^ -<.• made. She has put more Aftican-Americans •: in leadership positions in government than , , any other Texas governor. - :,'. • Ann has implemented summer job prograriis ^ for high school students and has pushed for r^ school reform that lowered the dropout rate. Scores among African-American students have dramatically improved. She cares about our kids and wants to help them succeed. \, • Ann is fighting for a teen curfew to keep our .wi-s-rf"'---'^- I'Tt kids ofFihe streets and out of harm's way. . •'•'•<" She is fighting for zero tolerance to drugs : and weapons in our schools, N^ t •/•^'•%\ • She also encouraged state agencies to award more contracts to minority and women- owned businesses. ANN CARES ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY. i CO"" ® m REELECT A\N RICHARDS FOR GOVERNOR, Early voting begins October 19th-Novcmber 4tli or vote on Election Day-No^-ember 8th. Pi!d to by iha Ajvi ni.:*Urds CcmmiJ-efl, PO, Bo